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What is TMS?
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. TMS is used to treat a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
How does TMS work?
TMS is thought to work by increasing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin and norepinephrine. These neurotransmitters are involved in mood regulation, so increasing their activity can help to improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and OCD.
What are the benefits of TMS?
TMS is a safe and effective treatment for a variety of mental health conditions. It is non-invasive, does not require surgery or anesthesia, and has few side effects. TMS is also a relatively fast-acting treatment, with many patients experiencing relief from their symptoms within a few weeks of starting treatment.
How does esketamine work?
Glutamate is involved in a variety of brain functions, including mood regulation. Increasing the activity of glutamate can help to improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression.
What are the benefits of esketamine?
Esketamine is a fast-acting treatment for depression. Many patients experience relief from their symptoms within a few hours of taking esketamine. Esketamine is also effective in treating patients who have not responded to other treatments for depression.
What are the risks of esketamine?
The most common side effects of esketamine are mild and temporary, such as dizziness, nausea, and dissociation. More serious side effects, such as suicidal thoughts and behaviors, are rare.
What are the risks of TMS?
The most common side effects of TMS are mild and temporary, such as headache, scalp discomfort, and light headedness. More serious side effects, such as seizures, are rare.
Who is a candidate for TMS?
TMS is a good option for patients who have not responded to other treatments for their mental health condition, such as medication or therapy.
What is esketamine?
Esketamine is a nasal spray medication that is used to treat treatment-resistant depression. Esketamine is a chemical cousin of ketamine, a drug that has been used as an anesthetic and pain reliever for many years. Esketamine is thought to work by increasing the activity of the neurotransmitter glutamate in the brain.
Who is a candidate for esketamine?
Esketamine is a good option for patients with treatment-resistant depression. Esketamine is also a good option for patients who have not responded to other treatments for depression, or who cannot tolerate or do not want to take medication.
Can I take TMS and esketamine together?
Yes, TMS and esketamine can be taken together. In fact, some studies have shown that combination therapy with TMS and esketamine is more effective than either treatment alone.
Which is better, TMS or esketamine?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. The best treatment for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences. TMS is a good option for patients who are looking for a non-invasive treatment with few side effects. Esketamine is a good option for patients who are looking for a fast-acting treatment with the potential for significant relief from symptoms.<br /> If you are considering TMS or esketamine, talk to your doctor to discuss which treatment is right for you.